Insight with Chris Van Vliet

AskCVV #112 - The Masked Man, John Cena's Final Opponent, Liv Morgan Returns, Rating John Cena's Farewell Tour Matches

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Dec 5, 2025
Dive into the thrilling mysteries of professional wrestling! Explore the identity of the masked man at Survivor Series and what's at stake for John Cena's final opponent. Chris shares his top farewell matches and the potential tension within Judgment Day with Liv Morgan's return. Plus, discover the Mount Rushmore of second-generation wrestlers, and enjoy some laughs with a hilarious would-you-rather game. Wrap up with Chris’s insights on holiday films and an exciting tease for a special interview with John Cena!
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INSIGHT

Masked Man Might Be A Red Herring

  • The masked man mystery likely isn't Seth Rollins and could be Austin Theory, but WWE might delay or change the reveal.
  • Chris Van Vliet notes storylines often shift, so the person in the mask at Survivor Series may differ from the eventual unmasking.
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Cena's Match Elevated Several Young Stars

  • John Cena's Intercontinental match at WarGames highlighted multiple young wrestlers, not just Dominic Mysterio.
  • Van Vliet praises how Cena elevated Dominic, Roxanne Perez, Raquel Rodriguez and Liv Morgan in that match.
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WarGames Needs Cohesive Story Stakes

  • WarGames' big matches were stacked but lacked investment because many competitors lacked cohesive long-term storylines.
  • Van Vliet says WarGames works best when every participant has a clear stake, like New Bloodline vs Old Bloodline.
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